Intermediate Survey Technician

Binnie; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 74,670 - 103,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement

Employee-owned firm

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Binnie is seeking a detailed-oriented Survey Technician to join our Geomatics Group in Burnaby. You will help process survey data for highway engineering and land surveying projects across British Columbia.

This full-time, office-based role offers career growth and relocation reimbursement if needed. Work with Project Managers to deliver projects on schedule and ensure data quality through QC checks.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Geomatics Engineering Technology or GIS.
• Strong understanding of survey principles and calculations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Eligible for Registration as AScT or C.Tech. with ASTTBC.

Responsibilities

• Manage, analyze, and process survey data using Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D.
• Interpret and edit field data, notes and sketches for clear data understanding.
• Create 3D surfaces, contours, alignments, and cross sections.
• Research land titles to obtain boundary information.
• Produce survey base plans, legal plans, cross sections, surfaces from data.
• Perform QC on survey data and plans.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Geomatics/GIS degree

Tools

Civil3D

Trimble Business Center

MS Office

Job description

You love math, logic, order, and seeing a project takes shape in a survey plan. You work with survey equipment and software, but it is the vectors and attributes that really draw you in. You provide the data, the essential starting point for many exciting new projects.

Binnie is looking for a detailed‑oriented Survey Technician to join our Geomatics Group, to be based out in Burnaby location.

As part of our Geomatics Group, you will help with processing survey data for a wide range of highway engineering and land surveying projects around the Lower Mainland and throughout British Columbia.

This position is a full-time office‑based position and offers opportunity to gain valuable work experience and knowledge.

This is a dynamic and challenging role with a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement. A relocation reimbursement will be offered if relocation is required for the opportunity.

Your Role

• Manage, analyze, and process survey data using Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D.
• Interpret and edit field data, notes and sketches to ensure clear understanding of data captured and field procedures
• Create 3D surfaces, contours, alignment, and cross sections
• Research survey records and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries
• Create survey base plans, legal plans, cross sections, surfaces and other drawings from survey data
• Provide simple survey calculations for Surveyors (coordinates, alignments, surfaces, hardcopy plans) based on client‑supplied drawings
• Work closely with Project Managers to deliver the project on schedule
• Perform QC on survey data and various survey plans

What You Bring

• Diploma or Degree in Geomatics Engineering Technology or GIS
• A minimum of 3 years of related experience as a Survey Technician
• Minimum of 1 year field experience
• High level of understanding of survey principles and calculations
• Good understanding of BC land titles systems
• Working knowledge of traverse adjustments and control network analysis
• Working knowledge of Civil3D, Trimble Business Center
• Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
• Ability to conduct complex survey calculations (coordinate geometry, volumes, cross sections, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Eligible for Registration as AScT or C.Tech. with ASTTBC

About Binnie

We are the people behind the infrastructure you use every day. We’re small enough to know each other’s names, and big enough to be where we’re needed. As an employee‑owned firm, which has been recognized as a great employer for many years, we take pride in our work and are respected as one of the top engineering firms in British Columbia. We support some of the most important infrastructure in the province and beyond.

We’re looking for professionals who want to build careers and communities that last. We can’t do it without you.

The Perks

People come first. We support you with the education, mentoring, and growth opportunities you need to build an interesting career. As an employee‑owned firm, we create a clear internal growth path that can keep up with even the most ambitious professionals. Whether it’s through our Employee Resources groups like Young Professionals and RISE; our mentoring programs, Binnie Banters speech club, Movember, or book club, everyone can get involved in their own way.

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience; the salary range for this position is $74,670 - $103,700 annually. The final salary for this role may vary based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Please note that the salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Binnie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome any and all qualified applicants.

If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team.